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Selina Jaco - Hostel

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hostel near Jaco Beach

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Outdoor pool
Cylinder Small Room | Free WiFi
Free WiFi
Exterior
Towels
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Map
Calle Alice, 100 South and 50, West of Cruz Roja, Jaco, Puntarenas, 61101
  • Popular LocationNeo Fauna8 min walk
  • Popular LocationJaco Beach17 min walk
  • Popular LocationRainforest Adventures Costa Rica Pacific Park4 min drive
  • AirportSan José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)98 min drive

Room options

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Family Room | Free WiFi

Family Room

10/10 Exceptional
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi

Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room

  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Cylinder Small Room | Free WiFi

Cylinder Small Room

8.6/10 Very Good
  • 54 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi

Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room

  • 253 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi

Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room

10/10 Exceptional
  • 239 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Small Room Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi

Small Room Shared Bathroom

  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi

Unique Room

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room | Free WiFi

Standard Room

8.5/10 Very Good
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi

Deluxe Room

10/10 Exceptional
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Jaco

On the beach.At this hostel, you'll be steps from Jacó Walk Shopping Center and within a 10-minute walk of Neo Fauna. Jaco Beach and Teatro Jaco are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Neo Fauna - 8 min walk
  • Jaco Beach - 17 min walk
  • Rainforest Adventures Costa Rica Pacific Park - 4 min drive
  • Herradura Beach - 15 min drive
  • Marina Los Sueños - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • Public House - 7 min walk
  • Green Room - 6 min walk
  • JacoBar - 4 min walk
  • El Chicano - 4 min walk
  • Britt Coffee And Bakery - 2 min walk

About this property

Selina Jaco - Hostel

3-star beachfront hostel near Jaco Beach
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms.

Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Selina Jaco - Hostel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.

This Art Deco Jaco hostel is smoke free.

  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Selina Jaco - Hostel offers 31 accommodations with air conditioning. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 13 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Towels

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 10 per pet, per night

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 4 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 13 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per person (one-way)
  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up.

We should mention

  • One child 4 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Selina Jaco Hostel
Selina Jaco Costa Rica
Selina Jaco
Selina Jaco Hostel
Selina Jaco - Hostel Jaco
Selina Jaco - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Selina Jaco - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Jaco

Frequently asked questions

How close is Selina Jaco - Hostel to the airport?

Selina Jaco - Hostel is 71.2 mi (226-min drive) away from the Tambor (TMU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Selina Jaco - Hostel?

As of May 24, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Selina Jaco - Hostel on Jun 5, 2024 start from $64.75, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Selina Jaco - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Selina Jaco - Hostel offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 50 per person, one-way.

How close is Selina Jaco - Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Selina Jaco - Hostel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Selina Jaco - Hostel, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 13 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Selina Jaco - Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Selina Jaco - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Selina Jaco - Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Selina Jaco - Hostel have a pool?

Selina Jaco - Hostel features an outdoor pool.

Does Selina Jaco - Hostel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Selina Jaco - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Selina Jaco - Hostel to downtown Jaco?

Selina Jaco - Hostel is 0.3 mi away from Jaco.

Selina Jaco - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 194 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 194 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 194 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 194 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 194 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gint

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Look no further...
My favorite place in Jaco. Not only is it on the beach, it has its own bar and restaurant, as well as a pool. Staff are friendly and kind, truly first-rate. Interesting mix of guests. Free salsa lessons. On-site surfing school. Secure parking lot if you're driving. Pura vida!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander Daigle

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Cassandra

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Upon checkin we weren’t offered an upgrade or complimentary drink. We went to our room and realized we had no towels. I went out and asked and they said they would be right down with them. I didn’t want to be pushy but we had just spent 6hrs in the car. We waited about 30 minutes and I asked again and again was told a few minutes. We finally went to the beach with no towels just to cool off. After my 4th ask we finally received them. When I went to wash my hands lastnight after using the bathroom there was no hand soap. Last straw was this morning when showering I realized there was women’s hair all over the shower. Gross. 30 seconds in the shower stops completely. Needless to stay it wasn’t a good experience. I expressed my concerns and the receptionist just said sorry? It wasn’t her fault but this was a bad experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Ricardo

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The staff was great, always with a great smile and respectful service. I didnt like the property, I guess I was expecting more... The prices at the restaurant are really high!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Jayakrishnan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great beach hostel. Visited early November and was less busy and hence wasnt very socially active. The food and drinks are great and affordable and they accept cash and card. Great beach right in front of you. The facilities are good. The only thing that I didn’t enjoy is that they dont take care of the rooms well. I rented the expensive cylinders to get the feel of it but in fact didn’t enjoy much. The space is limited, the bed sheet had bird poop on it and signs of bugs. Couldn’t sleep well at night because of itching and unable to control the ac temperature (may be ac was malfunctioning or I wasn’t able to change its mode and temperature). The staff were kind and helpful in their way.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lexi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is beach front with many activities to do throughout the day, with free activities like movie nights, yoga, and more
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terrapin Lina Velloso

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel was super cute and colorful I loved every part of the property, the staff answered any questions I had and were nice. The private room was very clean, nice, and aside from the community kitchen, we had a coffee machine and mini fridge in our room. The restaurant and bar on the property had great food and the daily cocktail promos were great. Short walking distance from shopping center, restaurants and grocery store. If you like adventure and a chill environment with a mix of young travelers and families I recommend Selina.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023